What’s New in AWO v3.8! 🚀 Hello, optimizers! We’re super excited to bring you a new batch of improvements and tools to keep squeezing the most out of your Windows. In this version 3.8, we’ve focused on giving you more control, cleanliness, and customization. Let’s see what’s new!
✨ New Tweaks Available: 🧹 Deep Clean for Errors (Blue Screen of Death - BSOD Dumps):
What it does: Deletes those memory dump files that are generated after a blue screen error.
Benefit: Frees up disk space and keeps your system cleaner!
(ID: maint_clear_bsod_dumps)
🌐 Boost Your Browsing (Clear DNS Cache):
What it does: Clears the local DNS cache. Sometimes, this cache stores old information that can cause connection problems.
Benefit: Can solve issues accessing websites and, in some cases, even speed up your browsing a bit!
(ID: network_clear_dns_cache)
🚦 More Detailed Logon Information:
What it does: Displays more on-screen information while Windows is starting up or shutting down.
Benefit: If you’ve ever wondered what exactly your PC is doing during boot or shutdown, this will give you more clues!
(ID: ui_verbose_logon_messages)
🛡️ Control Over System Restore (Disable Option):
What it does: Allows you to disable the System Restore feature.
Benefit: Frees up a considerable amount of disk space.
Important: Disabling it means you won’t be able to revert to previous restore points. Use with caution and if you know what you’re doing!
(ID: maint_disable_system_restore)
🔊 The Classic Returns! Legacy Volume Slider (Windows 11):
What it does: If you miss the vertical volume control slider from older Windows versions, this tweak is for you!
Benefit: Restores the classic volume bar. (May not work on all the latest Windows 11 builds).
(ID: ui_legacy_volume_slider)
🕵️ More Privacy in Your Explorer (Disable Quick Access History):
What it does: Prevents File Explorer from showing recently used files and frequently accessed folders in the “Quick Access” section.
Benefit: An extra layer of privacy for your daily explorations!
(ID: priv_disable_quick_access_history)
🔔 Windows Updates on Your Terms:
What it does: Configures Windows Update to notify you BEFORE downloading and installing updates.
Benefit: You decide when the best time to update is, without unexpected interruptions! (May not be available on Home editions of Windows).
(ID: maint_winupdate_notify_only)
📁 Goodbye to Character Limits in File Paths:
What it does: Allows the system and applications to use file paths longer than the traditional 260-character limit.
Benefit: No more problems with super long or deeply nested file and folder names!
(ID: perf_enable_long_paths)
As always, we recommend you read the description of each tweak before applying it, and if you have any doubts, do a little research or check out our Help/FAQ section! Remember that some changes may require restarting your PC or logging off.
We hope you enjoy these new tools!